Umkait - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Umkait is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umkait is 276476. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Umkait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Umkait
According to the 2011 Census, Umkait village had a total population of 78 people, including 42 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 84.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Umkait
Umkait is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Umkait
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Umkait.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Umkait is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umkait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umkait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Umkait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umkait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Umkait
Where is Umkait located?
Umkait village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Umkait?
The pincode of Umkait is 793126.
What is the population of Umkait?
Umkait had a total population of 78, including 42 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Umkait?
Umkait had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Umkait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umkait was 87.04%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 84.00%.